Juris Fernandez Biography: Parents, Net Worth, Age, Nationality, Siblings, Height, Children, Spouse

Juris Fernandez is a proud Filipino singer and songwriter who has touched hearts with her soulful voice and heartfelt music.

Born and raised in the Philippines, she rose to fame as the lead singer of the acoustic band MYMP before shining as a solo artist.

Her journey from Davao City to international stages shows her love for her craft and her country.

Profile

• Full Name: Julie Iris Fernandez-Lim
• Stage Name: Juris
• Born: March 18, 1978
• Age: 47 years old
• Birthplace: Davao City, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Fernandez
• Siblings: One
• Spouse: Gavin Lim (M. 2011)
• Children: Giddy Lim, Geordi Lim
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $200,000 to $25 million

Early Life & Education

Juris Fernandez was born on March 18, 1978, in Davao City, Philippines.

She grew up in a loving family with her parents, an engineer father and an obstetrician-gynecologist mother. Her older sister also followed in their mother’s footsteps, becoming an obstetrician-gynecologist.

Juris’ Filipino roots run deep, and her ethnicity is Filipino, reflecting the rich culture of the Philippines.

Raised in a Christian household, her faith has been a guiding light in her life. Growing up in Davao, she demonstrated a passion for music from an early age, singing with a heart full of dreams.

Not much is known about her childhood beyond her close family ties; however, her love for her country and its people profoundly shaped her journey.

Juris attended Ateneo de Davao University for her preschool, grade school, and high school education.

She later moved to Manila and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Miriam College.

Showing her dedication to learning, she pursued a Master’s degree at Ateneo de Manila University, where she continued to balance her studies with her growing music career. No further details about her education are publicly available.

Career

Juris Fernandez began her music career with pride, bringing Filipino talent to the spotlight. From 2001 to 2009, she was the lead singer of MYMP (Make Your Mama Proud), an acoustic band that won hearts with hits like “Say You Love Me.” Her soulful voice made MYMP a household name in the Philippines.

In 2009, she left the band due to differences and started her solo career with Star Music. Her debut album, Now Playing (2010), went Platinum, featuring hits like “Di Lang Ikaw,” a theme song for the TV series Rubi.

Juris also made history as the first Filipino artist to release an album in South Korea, “If You and Me” (2010), featuring covers of Korean songs.

Her second album, Forevermore (2011), topped the charts in the Philippines, and she released Dreaming of You (2012) in Singapore, which also led the jazz charts.

Juris also shone in competitions like Himig Handog, where her song “Hanggang Wakas” placed second in 2013.

She has performed at major events, such as the Green Plugged Seoul 2011 Music Festival and her solo concert, “Juris Celebrates,” in Davao.

Awards & Nominations

• 2011 Tambayan 101 OPM Awards: Female Artist of the Year and Song of the Year for “Di Lang Ikaw”
• 24th Philippine Awit Awards: Album of the Year for Forevermore
• Himig Handog 2013: Second Place for “Hanggang Wakas”
• Juris’ awards show her talent and the love Filipinos have for her music.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @jurisfernandez
• Facebook: Juris Fernandez

Personal Life

Juris, 47, is happily married to Gavin Lim, whom she wed in 2011. The couple has two children: a son, Giddy Lim, born in 2015, and a daughter, Geordi Lim, born in 2017.

Juris and Gavin share a strong bond, balancing their busy lives with love and support. They spent their honeymoon in Europe, creating cherished memories.

Juris has said her marriage never slows her career, as she and Gavin manage their time well, always making space for family.

Her height is not publicly known, but her warm personality shines through in her music and life. As a proud Filipino, she brings joy to her fans and family, living a life filled with faith and love.

Net Worth

Juris Fernandez’s net worth is estimated to range from $200,000 to $25 million, depending on the source.

Her wealth stems from her successful music career, which includes album sales, concerts, and television appearances.

Her work with MYMP, solo albums, and international releases, along with endorsements and theme songs for Filipino media, adds to her income.

Discography

• Now Playing (2010) – Platinum-selling debut solo album.
• If You and Me (2010) – Mini album released in South Korea
• Forevermore (2011) – Second studio album, topped Philippine charts
• Dreaming of You (2012) – International album, topped Singapore jazz charts.
• Paskong Puno Ng Kasiyahan (2012) – Christmas album with original tracks
• Soundtrack contributions: “Di Lang Ikaw” (Rubi), “Sa Aking Pag-Iisa” (Ikaw Lamang), “Puwang Sa Puso” (Dyesebel)